Description
Crispy, juicy Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken bursting with savory flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners or easy meal prep the whole family will love!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Spread
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Topping
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Make the Garlic Parmesan Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth and well combined.
- Arrange the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Top with the Creamy Mixture: Spread the garlic-Parmesan mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top surface of each chicken breast, making sure to cover them well for maximum flavor.
- Add the Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle seasoned breadcrumbs generously over each chicken breast, pressing them down gently so they stick to the creamy mixture and form a nice topping.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the breadcrumb topping is golden and crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mayo mixture for a hint of heat.
- If you prefer crispier breadcrumbs, broil the chicken for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- This recipe works well with thin-cut or pounded chicken breasts for quicker, more even cooking.
- Try substituting Greek yogurt for mayo for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 685mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg